Kelly Lippke

Education: Bachelor of Arts, Communication Science (major in Psychology), UNISA (2007), Additional major in Linguistics, UNISA (2008), Certificate in Community Journalism, UNISA (2014), Google News Initiative training (2024)

Experience: Subeditor, Caxton, Northern Natal Courier (2012-2014), Highway Mail/Northglen News/Queensburgh News (2015-2018), Briefly News (2018-present)

Kelly Lippke is a copy editor/proofreader who started her career at the Northern-Natal Courier with a BA in Communication Science/Psychology (Unisa, 2007). Kelly has worked for several Caxton publications, including the Highway Mail and Northglen News. Kelly’s unique editing perspective stems from an additional major in Linguistics. Kelly joined Briefly News in 2018 and she has 17 years of experience. Kelly has also passed a set of trainings by Google News Initiative. You can reach her at kelly.lippke@briefly.co.za.

9371 articles published since 27 Feb 2019

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Magasela Mzobe resigns as MK Party Head of Presidency

Politics

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Mrs South Africa 2026 Verushka Singh resigns months after winning title

Celebrities

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South Africans terrified of weapons-grade enriched uranium in a secret location

South Africa

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SAPS hop inside roofless car they spotted on road in TikTok video

People

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Thandeka makes explosive claims against 'BBMzansi' production team on 'Podcast and Chill': "It was rigged"

Celebrities

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Doja Cat meets her South African family despite tension with her dad Dumisani Dlamini

Celebrities

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Xolile Ves reacted to Kelly Rowland’s lunch and sparked a lively wellness conversation

Family and Relationships

a month ago

Xolile Ves reacted to Kelly Rowland’s healthy lunch, sparking a fun and relatable conversation about simple meals, wellness habits and lifestyle choices online.

Cyril Ramaphosa disinvited from G7 Summit after US threatens boycott over South Africa's presence

South Africa

a month ago

President Cyril Ramaphosa has been disinvited from the G7 Summit in France after the United States threatened to boycott the event if South Africa attended.

Wales and Lions star Liam Williams retires after 15 years at the top

Rugby

a month ago

Former Wales and Lions rugby star Liam Williams retires after 15 years and 93 caps, citing ongoing knee issues. Reflecting on a remarkable career and legacy.

Professor Cachalia says charges against General Masemola not linked to corruption, SA weighs in

South Africa

a month ago

Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia has clarified that National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola was not charged with corruption, sparking a debate online.

Lebo M explains why he’s suing Learnmore Jonasi for millions: "I was generous"

Celebrities

a month ago

Lebo M responds after suing Zimbabwean comedian Learnmore Jonasi for $20 million, citing disrespect towards South Africa and the value of African content.

SA reacts to viral video showing man beaten outside Durban shop

South Africa

a month ago

A viral video from Durban shows a man brutally attacked amidst a march, igniting outrage over Afrophobia and vigilante justice targeting foreign nationals.

CCTV company can have footage of slain lawyer Chinette Gallichan's killers

South Africa

a month ago

CCTV company Vumacam may have vital footage in the investigation of lawyer Chinette Gallichan's murder, shocking South Africa and urging police action.

"I knew she was setting a trend": Teacher in red trousers sparks nationwide Zep challenge, SA moved

People

a month ago

A teacher from Andrew Rabie High School in Gqeberha became a nationwide sensation after her unique Zep dance challenge remix went viral on Instagram.

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Father shares heartbreaking story of Pongola rugby star’s career-ending brain injury

Rugby

a month ago

A Grade 12 rugby player from Pongola Akademie in KZN, Jayden Duvenhage, faces a serious brain injury as he battles to reclaim his dreams on the pitch.

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